February 2021 Hometown Voice by hometownvoice2019

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A real financial partner Colton Speir is the new Agricultural Loan Officer at CNB Albion’s Main Office. Albion native, Colton Speir graduated from Edwards County High School in 2012 and then earned an Associate’s Degree from Wabash Valley College in 2014. Colton completed the undergraduate program at USI in the Spring of 2020.

“As I begin working as the Agricultural Loan Officer, I am looking forward to two things. The first is the opportunity to learn as much as I can from our experienced staff. I believe across all of our departments, CNB has an exemplary team. The second is the opportunity to work with the community. The area has been very good to me, and I hope to repay the favor and will work hard to be good for the area. I look forward to making myself available to our bank customers and helping them successfully grow their operations.”

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Mt. Carmel’s Newest Restaurant By Meghan Fearn Mt. Carmel residents have welcomed a new family restaurant to town. Rosati’s Authentic Chicago Pizza has opened in the building on 411 West 9th Street, formerly used by Hogg Heaven. Great food, atmosphere, and drinks are not all that Mt. Carmel has gained. It has also welcomed two new residents, owners Troy and Marie Jacobs. Marie Jacobs, formerly from Robinson, Il has over 37 years’ experience in the restaurant business. Over her years in the industry, she has worked in management at Dairy Queen and Monical’s in the Robinson area. When Rosati’s decided to open a franchise in Robinson, the mayor suggested they hire Jacobs as their general manager. Rosati’s told Jacobs that if she worked hard, the opportunity to purchase that franchise would be a possibility. Raised on a dairy farm, Jacobs was never afraid of hard work. She gave it her best and, for the past two and a half years, she has been the franchise owner of the Robinson Rosati’s. When Rosati’s mentioned the possibility of expanding into Mt. Carmel, Jacobs knew this was something she wanted to be a part of. She has always loved the small-town restaurant experience and the ability to work in such a tight knit community. Knowing that Mt. Carmel offered this, she left her Robinson franchise in the capable hands of her general manager and the Jacobs’ packed their bags and moved to Mt. Carmel. Jacobs has no desire to just open a franchise of Rosati’s. She and her husband, a retired employee of the city of Robinson, want to become a part of the community. She used only local contractors for the remodel of the building and has hired 60 employees to work in the restaurant. One of her favorite things is working with the young people. “I love watching a 16-year-old work hard and succeed. I know that they are really going to accomplish things and I enjoy

being a part of that.” Jacobs shared. Jacobs has had plenty of experience setting up a new restaurant. Rosati’s has sent her to places such as Arizona, California, and Florida to help with the set-up of franchises. One of the difficult things about starting from the ground up has been figuring out all the little details. Applying for licenses, setting up vendors, and even setting up the restaurants 17 televisions had to all be worked out. After months of work, hiring, and preparations, Rosati’s has opened the doors. Rosati’s menu boasts everything from Chicago-style pizza, Rosati’s specialty dough nuggets, salads, calzones, specialty pastas, and delicious desserts such as cannolis and zeppoles. One of their popular items has been the Monster Pizza. It includes everything but the kitchen sink. All items are made fresh daily, with nothing frozen. Fresh vegetables are chopped up and sautéed and the dough is fresh-made as well. Hours are SundayThursday from 11-9 and Friday-Saturday 11-10. They deliver all day long! They take online orders, offer catering, and will soon be starting daily lunch specials. Their phone number is 618-262-0009 and the website is myrosatis.com Marie Jacobs summed it up perfectly, “We are so excited to be here. We have moved here to not only run the restaurant, but to also be part of the community. We will continue to employ local people and hopefully bring something different to the great community of Mt. Carmel.” Grab your ball team, friends, family, or co-workers and check out the new Rosati’s!

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The top five Accelerated Reading points earners for the second quarter at WSGS were recently recognized. Above left: (L-R) Cody Greathouse with 151 points, Quentin Pike with 68 points, Meadow Miller with 66.5 points, Karmyn Duncan with 50.3 points, and Levi Gill with 41.3 points. Above right: West Salem Grade School Principal Dale Schmittler presents 6th grader Eli Greathouse with his $20 prize for the second quarter AR drawing. All WSGS jr. high students who reached their Accelerated Reading goal for the quarter had their name entered into a drawing for $20 cash. This quarter’s prize was sponsored by George and Nancy Gerlach of Village Self Storage of West Salem.

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A Step Toward Recovery COVID-19 Vaccine distribution is currently underway at Wabash County Health Department A Step Toward Recovery: As we enter the biggest step thus far in recovering from the Coronavirus, we urge the community to be patient. Wabash County Health Department is preparing to vaccinate both Wabash and Edwards County communities. Our goal is to offer those who wish to receive the vaccine the ability to do so. We are limited to the amount of vaccine that is available to us due to high demand and low population. We plan to offer vaccine to those within our community who are at highest risk first with a focus on our senior population. We will continuously update the media as we travel further into the current phase as to who we can provide vaccine to. Waiting for an EUA: As the State readied its Strategic National Stockpile (SNS), the priority of Local Health Department’s (LHDs) was to create plans to prepare for what came down the pike. The creation of a new vaccine, mRNA or messenger ribonucleic acid, created new strategic challenges. These challenges included preparing for “ultra-cold” storage for vaccine. Across the country states prepared to store, transport and distribute the Pfizer vaccine. The FDA issued an

Northside Missionary Baptist Church wants to Share God’s Love with Grayville • FREE Food Bundles will be given away in the church basement begining at 8 a.m. on February 6th and March 6th. • A FREE Community Meal will be served by carry out only from 5 - 7 p.m. at the church on February 17th and March 17th.

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Emergency Use Authorization or EUA to grant states the opportunity to distribute the Pfizer vaccine. Due to low death rate, Wabash/Edwards Counties did not qualify for the initial week of distribution. Soon after, an EUA was released by the FDA for the use of the Moderna Vaccine. This vaccine presented less challenges logistically and could be direct shipped to Health Departments around the State. Wabash and Edwards Counties received its first allocation from the State on November 28th, 2020. In coordination with the Illinois Department of Public Health, the Wabash County Health Department has initiated it Jurisdictional Plan for both Wabash and Edwards Counties to distribute and administer the COVID-19 vaccine. A phased approach: The State of Illinois prepared a phased approach to vaccine distribution to equitably distribute COVID-19 vaccine. Each phase was determined by guidance from the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). Initially, the COVID-19 vaccine supply level was severely limited so initial doses were focused on reaching critical populations. Phase 1A: Healthcare workers in both hospital and non-hospital setting were the first to be offered the vaccine. With limited allocation of doses and an evolving list of those under the umbrella of Phase 1a, the Wabash County Health Department worked collaboratively with Wabash General Hospital and other healthcare facilities in both counties to cover healthcare workers who fit this phase over the span of several weeks. Meanwhile, Long term care facilities within Wabash and Edwards entered into an agreement with the Federal Pharmacy Partnership, a partnership was created between CVS & Walgreens to administer doses to those in Long Term Care and Assisted Living Facilities. The doses allotted to those within the LTC’s and Assisted living were taken off the top of the state and not out of the allotments for Wabash and Edwards Counties. The Partnership is currently administering doses throughout the state to cover the residents and staff at each facility. Phase 1B We enter phase 1B with the knowledge that it could take months to distribute and administer doses. Statewide, there is an estimated 3.2 MILLION residents that would qualify for phase 1b, including but not limited to, Frontline Essential Workers including first responders, Shelters, Adult Care, & Inmates, and persons aged 65 and older. For more information about the State’s plan visit: https://coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/ Note: each phase is subject to change at the direction of the State at any time. Tristan Barbre, Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coordinator, Wabash County Health Department

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Prep, Freeze, and Cook Workshop- April 7, 2021 The Edwards and Wabash County Farm Bureaus, in conjunction with the Illinois Farm Bureau, will be hosting a prep, freeze, and cook workshop (with an AG twist) on April 7, 2021 starting at 6:00 pm in the evening at the Edwards County Farm Bureau community room. At this workshop, attendees will make four simple freezer meals for their family. While making these meals, attendees will hear from local farmers about how the products used in these meals are grown. The cost is $30 per person/family if you are a mem- There is a limit of 20 people/families for this workshop. If ber of the Edwards or Wabash County Farm Bu- you would like to attend, please call the Edwards (618-445reaus. The cost is $60 per person/family for all 2113) or Wabash (618-262-5865) County Farm Bureaus. others.

Edwards County Republicans to Hold Lincoln Day Dinner

Edwards County citizens will have the opportunity under four are free. To purchase a ticket or to become to hear from and meet some of their elected officials a business sponsor of the event, talk to the committee on February 19th, 2021. The Edwards County Repub- members of the Edwards County Republican Commitlicans will be hosting a Lincoln Day Dinner in the Coun- tee; Averi Goodman, Brian Shinkle, Dennis Splittorff, try Financial Hall at the Edwards County Fairgrounds. Dustin Hawkins, Erin Koertge, Kelli Leavens, Madison A Lincoln Day Dinner is an annual celebration and Swartzbaugh, Marla Swartzbaugh, Martin Swartzbaugh, fundraising event held by many state and county or- Sherry Funkhouser, Steve Smith, and Steve Thomason. ganizations of the Republican Party. Named after the The Edwards County Republican Committee wants first elected Republic President, Abraham Lincoln, this to invite everyone from the community to purchase tickevent is being held just one week after the 16th Presi- ets and come to the Lincoln Day Dinner. They hope to dent’s birthday. provide an opportunity to talk with elected governmental The Lincoln Dinner will begin with a social hour from officials and with those who are helping the citizens of 5:30-6:30p.m. During the social hour, those present will Illinois. Their goal is to serve everyone in the commuhave the opportunity to visit with the following guests: nity and to make Edwards County an even better place US Senator Mary Miller, IL State Senator Darren Bailey, to live! For more information check out the Edwards IL State Representative Adam Niemerg, Attorney Tom County Republican-Illinois Facebook Page. DeVore, Radio Host John Anthony, and Judge Mike McHaney. Background music will be provided through the piano talents of Sam Bogle. Delicious social hour appetizers will be provided by Sharlee Aaron. A silent auction will be held and a BBQ dinner with all the trimmings will be served by the well-known Smokin’ Pig based out of Olney. Tickets for the event are $25.00 for an adult, $15.00 for ages 4-14, and those

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Tara Michels and Carissa Jefferson present a donation from the Edwards County FFA Chapter to Worthey to Win, a project to raise funds for a North Clay FFA member to obtain a seizure dog. Our chapter was honored to support this local Section 23 school’s project.

Deceased Pilgrim Memorial Scholarship

MacKenzie Dascotte received the highest honor in FFA this school year, the American FFA Degree. She worked diligently with her Super Applications for the Albion Moose Family Center #621 vised Agricultural Experience to earn this hon“Deceased Pilgrim Memorial Scholarship” are now available or. from guidance counselor Kelley Biggs at Edwards County High School. Applications must be picked up from the ECHS The requirements to earn the American FFA counselor and are not available at the Lodge. Scholarship Degree are set forth in the National FFA Constiapplications can be mailed to you by contacting Mrs. Biggs tution. To be eligible to receive the American FFA at 618-445-2325. Degree, members must meet qualifications such This will be the 21st year for this scholarship program. as receiving a State FFA Degree, holding active The Scholarship award is $2,000. Applications must be re- membership for the past three years, completing turned or postmarked by March 19, 2021. secondary instruction in an agricultural education The recipients are chosen based on their individual skills program and operating an outstanding supervised in leadership, citizenship, extra curricular activities, GPA, agricultural experience program. Community serMoose affiliation, and a 500 word essay entitled “The value vice, leadership abilities and outstanding scholasof the Fraternal Organization to My Community”. Applica- tic achievement are also required. All applications tion are available to any ECHS senior or any senior attend- are submitted to the National FFA Organization afing public high school in the counties of Wabash, Wayne, ter approval of a member’s state association. After White, or Richland. review by national staff, the National FFA Board of For more information contact Albion Moose Family Cen- Directors approve qualified candidates to receive ter #621 Scholarship Committee chairman, Michael Snidle the American FFA Degree at the National FFA Conat 618-445-7144 or snidle42@gmail.com vention & Expo. They must also have completed at least three years (540 hours) of high school agriculture classes, or 2 years of high school agriculture classes and one year of college agriculture classes (360 hours.) Have graduated from high school one year prior to the. National FFA Convention at which their degree will be awarded.

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Time Tested Love for Over Six Decades By Meghan Fearn For centuries, the traditional marriage vows have been spoken every day, in different languages and locations all over the world. “I, _________ , take thee, _________, to be my wedded wife/husband, to have and to hold from this day forward, for better, for worse, for richer, for poorer, in sickness and in health, to love and to cherish, till death do us part, according to God’s holy ordinance, I pledge myself to thee.” While the words are easy to say, they are not always easy to live. The following couples made these vows to each other and have kept them for well over 60 years. As we celebrate the upcoming Valentine’s Day, we celebrate the love that has stood the test of time and remains strong more than six decades later. We celebrate local couples that are a testament to these vows. We look to learn from them and find encouragement in the commitment and love they still share and hope it encourages Marvin and Shirley Bailey When 16-year-old Shirley saw a good-looking guy in an old blue Ford driving down the street, she knew that was the man for her. She asked a friend to introduce her to that handsome Marvin Bailey. That was all it took! They started going to the ten-cent drive-in on Saturday nights and occasionally to the New Way Café.

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One short year later, in her parents living room, they married on June 17, 1948. At the time, Marvin was working in the oilfields. Shirley did not think she was the type to have children; but six kids later, it was obvious that she had changed her mind. When asked about the early years, Shirley said “Marvin made a living, and I made a home.” Marvin continued to work in the oilfields until 1958. It was then that he went to the county fair at Bellmont. He purchased a backhoe and began to build an excavating business. “Those were probably our toughest years.” Shirley said. “Money was really tight.” During those lean years, Marvin worked many hours, and Shirley continued to keep things running on the home front. The Baileys live on Second Street in Albion, which is only fitting as Shirley has lived in seven different homes on that very street. They have been in their current home for over 60 years now, and it has been a gathering place for their family. Most of their six children, 16 grandchildren, and 15 great-grandchildren live in proximity and frequently get together. In fact, togetherness is what the Baileys attribute such a tight-knit family and long marriage to. “We have had a happy life together. We have always done everything as a family. We did not go separate directions. We spent time together.” When asked about advice for the younger generation, Shirley suggested to first “Pick the right person. Put that person’s needs ahead of your own. Most importantly, work as a team. Keep your kids in church and do things together.” This year, the Baileys will celebrate 73 years of marriage. It is safe to say that their advice is worth listening to! George and Shirley Tribe George and Shirley Tribe have known each other their entire lives. They grew up attending church together at West Village Christian Church, north of Albion. George even worked for Shirley’s father around the farm, baling hay and working with the beef business. After the school consolidation with Bone Gap, they attended high school together as well. It was during their time in high school that they began to date and became high school sweethearts. A weekly date for the Tribes consisted of a Sunday afternoon trip to the movies at the Majestic Theater, complete with popcorn and a drink. The grand total of the date was $1.00. On October 23, 1954 they married at the very church they grew up in. At that time, George was concerned people would think he got married to avoid going into the service. Not wanting anyone to think he would do this, he joined the service and spent two years at Fort Sill in Oklahoma. It was in the Fort Sill military hospital that their first child was born. The hospital bill was $7.00. continued on page 9

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February Birthdays Lisi Houston - 3rd Keegan Meritt - 7th Cherry Williams - 8th Susan Markman - 14th David Frankland - 14th Donnie Berger - 14th

Cindy Green - 14th Ty, Cole & Clay Smith - 14th Patricia Blake - 14th Kristie Markman - 15th Roy Markman - 17th Fritz Ginther - 17th

Joe Miller - 19th Jamilyn Marks - 20th Adam Meritt - 24th Emily Kuykendall - 24th Ann Bailey - 26th Mary Seib - 27th

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Jerry Owen & Joyce York February 16th

Nicholas Snidle February 18th

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Above: Marvin and Shirley Bailey and their children. At left: George and Shirley Tribe. At right: Charles and Louise Acree. Bottom: Tribe family

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Above: Bob and Dorothy Ward and their Grandchildren George and Shirley have two children, four grandcontinued from page 6 After his time in the service, the Tribes decided to children, and nine great-grandchildren. Nothing has return home and farm. They farmed from 1957-1962. brought them more pleasure than those 15 blessings However, their hogs got sick and died, leaving George in their life. They have spent as much time as possible looking for a job to support his family. He was quickly with them during their retirement. George has also hired at Champion Labs where he would work for the enjoyed wood-working and has reforested 10 acres of next 36 and a half years. He started in the factory on ground, mostly by hand. They live in the same area second and third shifts. He moved from there to assem- that they both grew up in. They are an active part in bly, then to set-up, to supervisor and finally to the per- the West Village Church, as are several members of sonnel manager at the West Salem plant. George really their family. enjoyed his years at Champion. Shirley also worked at When asked about their advice for those newlyChampion Labs as a bookkeeper for 15 years, until she married, they shared the following. “Never go to bed continued on page 10 decided to come home and watch her granddaughter.

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Charles and Louise Acree and family continued from page 9 mad, get over it and move on.” George advised to “consider others rather than your own wants and put the other person ahead.” Shirley’s best advice is “Don’t get aggravated over every little thing. Either work it out in your own head or talk to each other.”

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What is the key to a long and happy marriage? George and Shirley agree, “We depend on each other. When one is down, the other steps in. You just do what you know you have to do to help each other out.” Teamwork has given George and Shirley Tribe a great foundation for their marriage that continues to keep strong 67 years later. Bob and Dorothy Ward Bob and Dorothy Ward met in their hometown of Grayville, IL. Dorothy worked at a local restaurant and Bob worked in the oilfields at night and farmed with his dad during the day. The couple married on July 19, 1957 in Olney, IL. This year they will celebrate 64 years of marriage. The Wards prove that it does not take a fancy wedding to secure marriage vows. The two married in secret at the home of a preacher in Olney. At the time, Dorothy rented a room from a lady in town and Bob lived with his parents. Since they did not have a place to live, they decided to wait on sharing their good news. However, the surprise only lasted two days. Bob and Dorothy had forgotten to sign the marriage license and a very official looking piece of mail was delivered to Bob’s family home to his surprised parents! Their families were happy for them, and Dorothy even shared how much Bob’s mother supported and helped her through the years. They eventually bought a small trailcontinued on page 11

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Time Tested Love for Over Six Decades - continued continued from page 10 er, only 28 foot long and settled in. Over the years, Bob continued oilfield work and farmed, raising crops and hogs. Dorothy became a stay-at-home mom to their three children, Gary, Debbie, and Jean. Dorothy shared of a time where they did not have a washer with a ringer, and she would wash laundry in a tub of water. Bob laughed about how when they met “she couldn’t even fry an egg.” Within a few years she would butcher and dress out 100 chickens in a day and nurture a large garden. When asked about the biggest challenge in their marriage, they both agreed it was just keeping the bills paid. Finances were frequently tight and putting food on the table was often a concern in the early days. The most difficult thing they had to walk through together was the death of their grandson, Josh. “It was so hard to lose Josh. He was such a great boy. It was also hard to see our daughter have to go through such a tragedy.” Life is not always easy, and the Wards have had their share of difficult times. It is not an easy life that builds a strong marriage. When reflecting on the good times Bob says, “We’ve had a good time and a good life and overall, they’ve been good years.” “You can make it good.” Dorothy agrees. Bob’s advice to those preparing for marriage is “Have at it!” Dorothy suggests that you learn to “go with the flow.” Bob and Dorothy Ward still live in Grayville. They enjoy seeing their three children, three grandchildren, and great grandchild. They still enjoy spending time together and depending on each other every day. What is the key to a long and happy marriage? They summed it up quite nicely, “I don’t know. I guess we didn’t think about it much, we just did it.” Charles and Louise Acree When Louise (Rutter) met Charles Acree during their junior year of high school, Louise was using Charlie to pass notes to another boy. However, one night at the youth center, Charlie asked Louise to dance. With the song “Earth Angel” by the Penguins playing in the background, he asked her for a first date. A few nights later, the two sat in the balcony of the American Theater and watched The Eddie Cantor Story. They have been together ever since. Two years later, at just 18 and 19 years old, they married on a Sunday afternoon at the Mt. Carmel Free Methodist Church. The couple had been saving money in a jar for their honeymoon and, without a single reservation, headed to Daytona Beach, Florida. The honeymoon cost them $156.53. The couple resides in a home that Charlie built for them in Mt. Carmel in 1978. “Charlie is so good at working with his hands. I must ask him to do anything

hands-on and he asks me how to spell everything. He is quiet, and I am a talker. We are complete opposites, but complement each other well.” Charlie worked for Snap-On Tools for 38 years and then taught Machine Shop Technology at Wabash Valley College for eight years. Louise has worked with Wabash Valley College since its inception, retiring in 2006 and transitioning to a part-time employee. This August will mark 60 years of employment with the college. Retirement has allowed Charlie to restore old cars. Louise is working on a book about Wabash Valley College and has also participated in 35 different community theater productions. When asked about the best part of a long marriage, Louise shared that, without a doubt, it was the three children, seven grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren they have been blessed with. However, the most difficult part has been the loss of their son, John, in 2020. “You aren’t supposed to outlive your children,” Louise shared through her tears. Charlie and Louise have relied on each other and their faith in God daily. It is this faith in God that Louise says keeps a marriage strong. She reminds young people that every day 9ll not be blissful. “Be kind and patient, loving and forgiving, and always live thinking of the other person more than yourself. Remember your vows and think about them often. Also, read and dwell on 1 Corinthians 13.” It is this advice that has given Charles and Louise Acree a strong and happy marriage for the past 65 years. It is this verse that they hope will encourage others. 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8: Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. 8 Love never fails

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Allendale School December Students of the Month

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AGS plans St. Jude Math-a-thon Below is a letter that was sent home with AGS It is that time of year that AGS usually has the St. Jude Math-aThon. Due to the pandemic, we do not want to encourage students to godoor to door to collect for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. However, I feel it is important that we at least do something. So we are going to do thingsdifferently this year. February 8th-12th will be our St. Jude Collection Week. We are going to have dress up days. In order for your child to dress up, he/she must pay $1 every day. Each classroom will have a bucket for the students to put their $1 in. Dress up days are listed on the back of this letter. I would like to encourage you to make an extra donation besides the $1 each day for your child to dress up. Maybe ask relatives if they would like to make a donation. You may send in the donations with your child to put in the classroom bucket. I will also have a link on the school website where you can donate online. We will not be giving out prizes this year to the top students. However, the class that brings in the biggest donation will receive ice cream at lunch one day. Over the last several years, AGS has been able to send $10,000$12,000 to St. Jude Children’s Hospital every year. I know that we will not be able to collect that amount this year but I hope that we can at least collect $5000. Please consider donating to help the children and parents at the St. Jude Children’s Hospital. If you have any questions, please contact me. My extension is #108. Sincerely, Mrs. Ellis Link to donate online:http://mathathon.stjude.org/albiongradeschool

St. Jude Collection Week February 8th-12th

Monday (8th) “Kiss Cancer Goodnight”- wear PJ’s Tuesday( 9th) “Put a Cap on Cancer”- wear a hat Wednesday(10th) “Fight for a Cure for Childhood Cancer”- wear yellow/gold (This is the color that represents childhood cancer) Thursday(11th) “Tackling Childhood Cancer”- wear your favorite sports shirt or jersey (Don’t forget your AGS gear) Friday(12th) “Sending Love to St. Jude”- wear red/ Valentine’s Day shirt THANK YOU FOR HELPING A FAMILY THAT IS PART OF THE ST. JUDE’S CHILDREN HOSPITAL!!!! EVERY LITTLE BIT HELPS MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Allendale School First Quarter Honor Roll Superintendent’s Honors: Rhett Andrews, Hallie Courter, Braden McGinnis, Michael Smith and Olivia Smith. Scholastic Honors: Kate Andrews, Ava Bates, Brendan Bowser, Emma Ford, Hayden Hendrix, Kenadie Homan, Cameron Kolb, Blake McDonald, Alex McGinnis, Jace Spore, Avery Swift. Scholastic High Honors: Tristan Bray, Isaiah Courter, Ashleigh McGinnis, Connor McGinnis, Mark Vaupel. Honorable Mention: Kollin Kelsey, Brayden Wilford.

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Susan Markman Celebrates 50 Years as a Stylist By Meghan Fearn For Susan Markman of Albion, the year 2021 marks 50 years as a hair stylist. Markman has seen many changes in the industry and in style over the years. She has worked through the trends of beehives and rocker hair, to the feathered look and roller sets. However, in reflection of the past 50 years, it is not the different styles or trends that Markman holds dear. It is the relationships and family that have been formed in Susan’s Beauty Shop.

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McGuire to retire after 27 years For 27 years, the residents of Mt. Carmel have turned to Debra McGuire to preserve their memories through the art of custom framing. As the owner of the Market Street Mercantile, formerly known as Ben Franklin, the time has come for McGuire to slow down and sort through her own memories. This time comes with bittersweet emotions as McGuire looks back at her time and prepares for retirement. Raised in Olney, Illinois, McGuire’s journey has taken her to places like Charleston Illinois, Colorado,

and Oregon. In 1981, she was brought full circle back to Southern Illinois. She settled in Mt. Carmel, Illinois and began secretarial work. It was in Mt. Carmel that she met her husband, Terry McGuire, the current Captain of the Mt. Carmel Fire Department. After being in the secretarial field for 20 years, McGuire decided to “re-invent” herself and set out to self-learn custom framing. She started out at Frames N Things in 1988. In 1993, she made the decision to purchase the craft store,

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Ben Franklin, from Jim Wilderman. Along with custom framing, Ben Franklin allowed her to offer craft supplies and floral arrangements to the community. McGuire has been able to share in so many special memories through her years as a custom framer. She has framed and made shadow boxes for many different items: puzzles, christening dresses, tapestries, and maps. All of these items and more have travelled through the shop. One of her favorite items to frame was a full-size American flag that survived the Allendale tornado. When it was finished, it was the size of a door. She also enjoyed framing state police patches, and also a drawing of Elvis. While framing has always been a constant, craft trends have come and gone over the years in waves. When she first began her time with Ben Frank- ing the right supplies on hand has always been a challenge in the shop. lin, sweatshirt crafting was a big trend, When asked about her favorite thing about her time with her busias was tole painting. The fabric counter ness, McGuire was quick to respond, “the people!” She enjoyed helphas also been quite the attraction over ing a mother and daughter design their first floral arrangement for an the years. McGuire remembers having eighth-grade dance. She would get to see them in consecutive years a long line waiting at the fabric counter. for Homecoming and Prom flowers. Then, she would share in the deKeeping up with the next trend and hav- sign of wedding flowers with that same mother and daughter. It was a

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special way to be a part of the lives in her community. McGuire is looking forward to retirement. Her son Travis, whom she said was “raised in this shop” now lives in L.A. Her husband plans to retire in a couple of years, and they hope to move to Palm Springs to be closer to Travis. In the meantime, she still plans to be a part of the framing business in some capacity. The business and building are under new ownership and the plans going forward will continue to offer custom framing. Currently, the inventory of the store is being sold in a one-month sale through February. McGuire encourages everyone to stop in grab a deal. Once the inventory is gone, the building once known as Woolworths, Index Five and Dime, and Ben Franklin will be completely restored and reopened. McGuire will treasure the experiences of customers that trusted her with their memories. She enjoyed being a small part of each one’s life. The reward of a happy, returning customer is one of the things she will miss most about her business. For McGuire and the Market Street Mercantile building, we hope “the best is yet to come”.

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Susan Markman, Vera Neal and Judy Knight Susan with her first customer Joyce Snidle continued from page 15 Markman has lived in Albion since she was 10 years old. She married Bill Markman on September 9, 1967. Together, they have been active members in the community, always ready to give and support in any way they can. It is in Albion that they raised their two children, Stu and Katie, and where they now get to spend time with their three grandchildren, Zoie, Zed and Zeme. It is in Albion that Susan continues serving the community and her customers through Susan’s Beauty Shop. Oakview Nursing and Rehabilitation and Acorn Estates in Mt. Markman joined Colburn’s Carmel, IL is looking to grow their staff. If your looking for a Beauty Academy in early 1971. After graduation, she spent some rewarding career in a fun loving environment, they are now time working at Vera’s Vanity, a hiring to fill the following positions: beauty salon that was located on Fifth Street that is now Stylz Studio. On March 15, 1973, she decided to strike out on her own and set up a one-chair shop at her home on North Fifth Street. Soon, things were going so well that Markman asked her sister-in-law, Judy Knight, to consider joining her in the shop. On October 31, 1974, Knight graduated from Beauty School and they have been working together ever since. Markman’s relationship with Knight is one of the things she treasures most over the 50 years as a beautician. As sisters-in-law, they Applicants can: • Email resume to info@wlcfirm.com have raised their families together. • Visit www.wlcfirm.com As co-workers, they have shared • Call 618.923.1505 to set up an interview. continued on page 19

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Susan Markman Celebrates 50 Years as a Stylist continued continued from page 18 their careers. As neighbors, they have shared their community. As friends, they have shared in all of the ups and downs that life brings. When asked how they have managed to remain so close, Markman replied as follows. “We are both Christians first and we respect each other and just enjoy being together.” The “family atmosphere” that Markman and Knight share makes Susan’s Beauty Shop a unique place. As a customer, you are more than just a hair style; but you are welcomed in as family. They have customers who have been with them for decades. Customers such as Dorcas Smith, Vera Neal, and Clella Waters became mentors in Markman’s life. Through tears, she recalls the difficulty of losing several of her customers and being the one to style their hair for the funeral. It is obvious to see that they are not just customers. Several years into the business, Markman expanded the shop space. She carries some hair and body care products, and even Electrolux sweeper bags and filters. She also added another stylist chair and a pedicure

chair. In addition to the styling expertise of Markman and Knight, Morgan Jones has joined the family and offers manicures, pedicures, waxing, hair color services, and haircuts. Appointments with Morgan can be made by calling 618-919-0776. Along with current cuts and styles, Susan’s Beauty Shop offers services that many stylists are no longer taught. The dryer chairs are still faithfully used and some of their clients still come in consistently for a roller set. “We don’t plan to retire. We will stay as long as we can and continue to be there for those who need us.” They always welcome new clients. An appointment can be made by calling 618-445-2056. The ebb and flow of styles and trends has been something that Susan Markman has enjoyed being a part of over her past 50 years as a stylist. However, her true mark on the industry has been made by the sharing of her faith in God and the family and friends she has made through the years. Congratulations, Susan Markman on 50 years of building relationships through your gift as a beautician!

Congratulations to the January Student of the Month, Dominic Harris. He was nominated because he is an allaround nice student. For his efforts, he will receive $20 cash from Matthes Farms, a t-shirt and cup from Wabash General Hospital, a car care gift bag from Super Clean Car Wash, a hat from Albion Equipment Company, $15 Citgo gift card from United Mutual Insurance Company, $20 gift card from Wabash Valley Service Company, a gift bag from Nutrien, Browns, a t-shirt and beef sticks from Country Home Processing, and a hat from CarQuest Auto Parts. Congratulations, Dominic!

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Unraveling Fibers with Albion Grade School Second Graders By: Jane Jones, Edwards County Ag in the Classroom Coordinator Albion Grade School Second Grade students looked at some of the different fibers we use to make clothes during Ag In the Classroom lessons in January. The focus was on cotton. Today the world uses more cotton than any other fiber. There are so many things made of cotton that it would be hard to go through a day without using or wearing cotton cloth. Your shirts, jeans, socks, and even your shoestrings are often made of cotton. Large amounts of cotton are grown in the southern United States where the climate stays warm and sunny for at least half the year. The second-grade students enjoyed dissecting a cotton boll. A cotton boll is a seedpod. Over several months, it grows to about the size of a ping-pong ball. Inside the boll, moist cotton fibers are forming around the cottonseeds. When the seedpod is mature, it pops open, showing the cotton! Although most cotton fibers are white, they can also be brown or green. The cotton gin made gleaning cotton (removing the seeds) much easier than earlier years, and modern equipment makes harvest easier too.

Above: Gunner Wilkinson, a second-grade student at Albion Grade School dissects a cotton boll provided by Edwards County Ag in the Classroom. The students learned about cotton as part of a lesson on fibers. At left: Ava Perkins, a second-grade student at Albion Grade School dissects a cotton boll as part of the January Ag in the Classroom lesson on fibers.

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By Liv Alka Despite Covid affecting multiple events this school year, Mount Carmel FFA has continued to make things work and provide several opportunities for its members via remote, all online contests. Some of these include Job Interview, Ag Ed, Agronomy, National Convention, Horse Judging, and Forestry. Even while competing online, the participants of these events still performed well and had fun. The participants of Job Interview both did exceptionally well, Eva Hocking placing 4th in Varsity and Liv Alka, placing 2nd in Junior Varsity. Liv also participated in Ag Ed, placing 2nd in the district, and will be moving on to state in March. Our Virtual Agronomy Team, which consisted of Liv Alka, Josey McCowen, Lexi Stevens, and Gehrig Jones, placed 5th out of 10 teams, with no practices. The Horse Judging Team also placed 8th in the section, with no practices. This team consisted of Courtney Potts, Glenna McVaigh, Peter Koelling, Gehrig Jones, Lillian Weir, Eva Hocking, and Lexi Stevens. Our Forestry team also did phenomenal this year, despite being online. At the Section 23 Forestry Judging, participants Gehrig Jones, Courtney Potts, Nevada Debault, and Peter Koelling, placed 3rd overall, with Gehrig placing first individually. At State Forestry, this team placed 9th in the state, with Gehrig placing 10th individually. We are very proud of all of these people who stepped up to compete in the virtual competitions during this pandemic.

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Besides competitions, National Convention was also held online this year. During this, we were able to join what is called “Blue Rooms’’ online and learn about different agricultural things. Throughout the days of National Convention, sessions were broadcasted on television, allowing students and parents to attend from home. During these sessions, we were able to see the nominations of multiple National awards, along with the American Degree recipients from across the country. This degree is the highest degree you can earn in the FFA, only 1% of FFA members earn this degree. Among these American Degree recipients were Mount

Carmel natives, Meredith Jones and Greg Stoltz. In addition to the National FFA Convention, a conference called “Ground Zero” will also be held online during February. This conference will allow FFA members from across the state of Illinois to increase their leadership skills and make new friends. We were also able to have multiple fundraisers, which included sellings FFA Travel Cards, that are still available, and our annual fruit sale. These FFA Travel Cards allow you to save money almost anywhere you go. Our annual fruit sale was also a big success this year, despite Covid impacting the outreach to the community. We were also able to virtually establish a 2020-2021 Officer Team, consisting of President Gehrig Jones, VP Eva Hocking, Secretary Nevada Debault, Treasurer Lexi Stevens, Reporter Liv Alka, Sentinel Josey McCowen, Chaplain Peter Koelling, and Student Advisor Jacaelah Wheeler. As you can see our FFA Chapter is striving to continue to work hard, make memories, and have fun!

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Grayville High School FFA By: Kylee Hosman The Grayville FFA consists of hardworking students who come from all backgrounds. Through agricultural education, the Grayville FFA strives to develop each member’s personal growth, leadership skills, and preparation for his/her future careers. The Grayville FFA welcomes all students to help them discover their talents Public Relations Committee L-R Madelyn Cunningham, Macy Knight, Hanna through hands-on experiWaggoner, Gabriella Spencer, Rhiannon Nesler, Kylee Hosman ences and achieve realworld success. For example, we participate in events such as Ag Sales which has a primary purpose to have competitors conduct a realistic business sale. Matter of fact, Grayville FFA member, Madelyn Cunningham, earned second place overall in this competition. Along with the Ag Sales contest, the Grayville FFA enjoys competing in as many competitions as we Executive Committee L-R Payton Howard, Callie Neeley, Hanna Waggoner, can. The Grayville FFA is a Kameron Worley, Matthew Cowles, Tyler Culiver very active program meaning we love to host events, especially activities that benefit members’ growth and the community. A great example includes the upcoming FFA Spaghetti and Alfredo Dinner that will be held at the Grayville Elementary School in the cafeteria. Our goal for this event is to have FFA members work together to prepare an appetizing meal for the people in our community. The Grayville FFA would like to invite everyone to come and eat freshly made spaghetti or alfredo, salad, garlic bread, and a delightful dessert. Tickets will be sold at $5 for kids (under the age of ten), a single ticket (one meal) for $15, a couples ticket (two meals) for $20, and finally, we’re offering a family of four ticket (four meals) for $35! Contact Chapter Management Committee L-R Kaydn Cox, Reece Comp- any high school FFA member or Michaela ton, Isaac Rankin, Korey Funkhouser Greathouse to purchase a ticket to enjoy a Not pictured: Finance Committee Payton Howard, Tanner Cu- delicious meal! liver and Garrett Stone Due to the Grayville FFA’s active program, we were recognized as a National Three Star Chapter for the second year in a

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Grayville High School FFA row! This reward is given to chapters for their level of excellence, three being the highest accomplishment. The Grayville FFA was noticed at the National Convention for this reward. Although the FFA National Convention was held virtually this year, this allowed every high school FFA member to participate in a watch party. On October 28, 2020, all members were allowed to miss classes, gather in the Ag Shop at the school, and experience games such as corn hole and pumpkin painting, all while watching the virtual FFA National Convention. This activity was held for members to enjoy being a part of the FFA and gain a better understanding of what the FFA National Convention is all about. Furthermore, to enhance recognition for the FFA and raise members’ serotonin, Grayville school is holding dress-up days during the annual FFA week. FFA week runs through the week of February 22. Dress-up days start Monday, February 22, as Merch Monday, members are encouraged to wear blue and gold, or their FFA merchandise. The other dress-up days are Hat and Boots Tuesday, wear a hat and boots, Warrior Wednesday, dress like a superhero, Teacher Thursday, dress like an Ag Teacher, and Flannel Friday, wear a flannel. Flyers for FFA week will be posted around the school and on the Grayville FFA’s facebook account. Another entertaining activity hosted by the Grayville FFA was our annual Chapter Recruitment trip. FFA Committees decided to haul over to Goebel Farms in Evansville, Indiana for some fun. There, we were escorted through the pumpkin patch, students solved the corn mazes, and we enjoyed supper around a campfire. This was a hit for the FFA thanks to the FFA Committees. The FFA Committees are advised by Michaela Greathouse and managed by the active high school FFA members who create the Grayville FFA’s strong foundation. The four committees include the Executive, Finance, Public Relations, and Chapter Management Committee. These committees hold

monthly meetings to discuss upcoming events and to expand member’s growth on business-related meetings by developing their problem-solving and time management skills. An additional activity that taught FFA members personal skills would be the Grayville FFA’s Veterans Day Program. This program recognized our community’s veterans and served as an appreciation from high school students. To give back to local veterans, Grayville FFA announced members would offer their labor to any veteran or his/her family to help with any yard work needed to be done. As a result, FFA members, Tyler Culiver, Matthew Cowles, Kadyn Cox, Kameron Worley, Madelyn Cunningham, and Reece Compton, volunteered their time and commitment to work a total of eight hours on two yards for local veterans! Volunteers who participated in this kind community service act learned how to work as a team to please the local veterans. Along with the yardwork, the FFA made a slideshow presentation that consisted of 23 veterans from the Army, Marines, Navy, and Air Force to serve as a thank you to the men and women who fought for our nation. The Grayville FFA is a wonderful program offered to all high school students. The members of the Grayville FFA are honored with challenges as well as close bonds that are made during FFA-related activities. “ FFA continues to help the next generation rise to meet those challenges by helping its members to develop their unique talents and explore their interests in a broad range of agricultural career pathways” (What is FFA, 2019). “FFA has opened a lot of doors for me and has pushed me to be a better leader,” stated by FFA member, Hanna Waggoner. Personally, I would like to thank our Grayville FFA advisor, Michaela Greathouse, for always putting her Ag students and FFA members first, without her the Grayville FFA couldn’t be as successful as it currently is.

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Just Another Day in Paradise - by Daisy Roser Meet the Author

Daisy is the 13 year old daughter of Tim and Angela (Hawkins) Roser. Daisy is a homeschooler who lives on a farm near Enfield, IL. She spends a lot of time tending animals, but she enjoys most a beautiful horse named Hondo. She loves to draw and read and plans to be a best selling author some day.

“Where is it?!” Mom was growling, not a good sign. “Where’s what?” Leo asked, smiling around a giant piece of bubble gum and trying to sound innocent. “Where did you put the laundry basket, Leo?” Leo slumped. “It wasn’t me mom, honest, it was Zorya and Devin!” he pointed out the window as he spoke. It was snowing lightly outside, the grass was wet with melted flakes. Several trees dotted the landscape outside, their branches, stripped of leaves, reaching up towards the grey sky. Beyond the trees, there was a ditch, about seven feet deep next to a hard-top road. A curly-topped red-head was bending over the side, bright pink snow pants dotted with mud. “Where’s Devin?!” Mom sounded slightly panicked but Leo smiled proudly. “I reckon he’s down there floating the boat.” Leo smacked his bubble gum. Mom gave a strangled squeak before turning and rushing out the door, not even bothering to take off her fuzzy house shoes or put on a jacket. She left the door open, swinging limply on its hinges. Leo smiled and followed her, pulling on his mud boots when he made it to the door. He paused to close the door behind him. At age four he was undoubtedly the most responsible in his family. “I guess she really wanted to see the boat,” Leo said to himself, struggling to zip his jacket. He gave up after a minute. “I hope she won’t mind that we used all that duck tape.” Leo jumped down the steps outside, letting the bright green material of his jacket flap in the wind. “Zorya get back up here!” Mom demanded as Leo trotted up. His big sister Zorya, age six, had skidded down the side of the ditch and was straddling a rusting metal drainage pipe like a horse. She shook her head and whined, “I’m riding Sassafras, she won’t like it if I leave.” Zorya’s face was scrunched, her hands and face were pink with the cold and instead of heavy-duty mud boots, she wore bright, purple crocs. Devin, curly red hair and a brown jacket, was crouching next to the water, holding a homemade contraption that kept trying to float away. “Devin, get your little sister out of the ditch now!”

“But Mom…” Devin complained, shifting his grip on the floating contraption, “If I let go she’ll float away. We were just about to shove off.” “Just take it out of the water.” Mom said, bending next to the ditch and trying to snag Zorya from the drainage pipe. “I can’t lift her, she’s taking on water.” Devin demonstrated by tugging on the laundry basket handles. “I thought we used enough duck tape, but I think we missed one of the holes.” he paused, “Laundry baskets have too many holes to be boats,” he added sagely after a moment. “How did you get it down there in the first place?” Mom asked, finally managing to grab Zorya’s arm and hoist her out of the ditch. “Oh, Leo helped me,” Devin mumbled distantly, thinking of how he could plug the hole, “You think toilet paper would work if we wadded it up tight enough?” he asked, looking up at Mom. “Leo helped you?!” Mom shrieked, “I’m surprised you didn’t have baby Ben down there too!” she waved her hands in the air wildly. “Oh, we tried,” Zorya said helpfully. “But he didn’t want to wake up from his nap.” Mom started climbing down the side of the ditch. Her fuzzy house shoes skidded on the muddy ditch and she nearly landed on her fleecy, pajama-ed bottom. “Mom, don’t climb down there!” Zorya shrieked from the lip of the ditch. “You’re getting your bunny shoes dirty.” Zorya had a bit of a fascination with bunnies and had glued a triangular, pink nose and blue, paper ears on her Mom’s fuzzy, white house shoes. Mom hoisted the duck-taped laundry basket out of the water with one hand and grabbed Devin’s ear with the other. “Don’t hurt him!” Leo called from the side of the ditch next to Zorya. Besides being the most responsible and self-conscious in his family, he happened to be more tender-hearted than his siblings, and seeing Devin dragged by his ear nearly brought him to tears. “Be careful with the boat!” Zorya added, less concerned for her brother and more concerned for her artwork. She had drawn pink hearts on the side of the white basket and written in and squiggly letters, and Stoplaundry by Monday - Friday 8 am to 5 pm Saturday 8 am to 12 Devin’s pm and check out the new fresh meat case and frozen with helpful spelling, ThecutEndestructibl. “Travis food we have available. You’ll never know what you will find! continued on page 27

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Just Another Day in Paradise - continued continued from page 28 is in there!” “Who?” Mom squeaked. Zorya, besides being artistic, was also an animal lover. The time she had brought a young snapping turtle into her bedroom, was still fresh in her mother’s memory. When Leo was a baby Zorya had picked up a live crawdad and kept it in a bucket, Leo had reached in and gotten pinched. Mom looked into the laundry basket, expecting a snake, turtle, or half-dead minnow, only to find a wet, miserable, shivering tomcat. “Oh,” she mumbled, “Poor Travis.” Leo must have heard because he piped up and said, “He’s not poor, Travis is lucky, he got to be the First Mate. Zorya’s the captain and she wouldn’t let me be First Mate, she said Travis was the First Mate and Devin was the Second Mate and that I had to be Lookout, so I went inside and looked out for you.” Zorya shifted guiltily before reaching over the lip of the ditch and snagging Travis by the scruff of the neck. She cuddled him and crooned to him softly. Travis, wet and cold and miserable as he was, still managed to summon up a purr. Although Zorya was violent with her brothers and rather careless with her words, animals adored her. Mom threw the laundry basket over the edge of the ditch and dragged herself and Devin onto the wet grass. “Inside,” she shivered, stumbling to her feet, “now!” She started walking, her children followed her to the double-wide trailer. Devin was mumbling, clutching his ear and readjusting a blue sock hat. Leo was still wiping tears from his eyes. Zorya was crooning to Travis. After they had climbed up the stairs Mom shut the door, hard. Zorya set Travis down, and Mom was so mad she didn’t even notice that the cat was trailing muddy pawprints across the hardwood floor. Devin kicked off his mud boots and Leo struggled with his. Zorya managed to get out of her snow pants, but it was hard when Mom glared at them like they had done something wrong and they hadn’t. “I take a ten minute shower, and wash the dishes! I let you out of my sight for twenty minutes, and all three of you have almost drowned!” Mom fumed, “It’s only nine-o-clock in the morning, Devin you should be doing your school!” she paused, drew in a deep breath, and sighed. “What do you have to say for yourselves? What were you trying to do?” The three exchanged worried glances. Zorya assumed that Mom was asking Devin. Leo thought the question was for Zorya. Devin though she asked Leo. When nobody answered Mom started tapping her foot.

Devin shifted guiltily before trying to explain, he hadn’t done anything wrong at least. “I was just trying to get the medal for Zorya.” he said. “What medal?” “Well, I saw a pretty medal inside the culvert.” Zorya answered, unzipping her jacket calmly, “Devin said we could be pirates searching for treasure, and I could be the fearless captain. Leo wanted to be First Mate, but Travis asked first.” Mom started unwinding the duck tape from the laundry basket. She sighed. “If you do this again without asking, I will have Dad come home and spank you personally.” “Yes ma’am,” the three chorased cheerfully, not quite worried by the threat, because Mom always was the one to spank them. “Can Devin swim through the culvert and get the medal for me?” Zorya asked, “He’s eight so we won’t even have to get out his floaties.” “It is thirty degrees outside!” Mom growled, running a hand through her dirty-blonde hair. “I’m sure sometime this summer the water will dry up and you can get your pretty medal, but not right now.” Zorya sighed mournfully, then lined her dirty purple crocs up against the wall. “It could be gone by then, and besides, thirty is a lot! Thirty is almost older than you!” Mom went into the kitchen without another word. It was only a few seconds before she screeched. “What is it Mom?” Zorya asked calmly. “Are you alright?” Devin had already run into the kitchen, Leo was about to cry, and Zorya decided that Leo needed a nap. Zorya came into the kitchen. “What is Baby Ben doing in the kitchen drawer?!” Devin asked. “He needed a nap,” Zorya replied. “He always liked the washcloths.” A blue eyed baby boy was in the second drawer to the top, cuddled up between the plaid and striped washcloths. He cooed and smiled while Mom reached for the telephone. “Asher!” she said to the phone, “these kids are going to be the death of me!” “Uh, Oh,” Leo said from the living room. Mom rolled her eyes, “What is it Leo?” she asked, putting her hand over the phone, to muffle the noise. “I spilled my milk.” He answered miserably.

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FFA Agronomy CDE By Rylan Robb Back in early December, the Edwards County FFA competed in the Agronomy contest. This is where members identify seeds, plants, equipment, and need to take a general knowledge test as well as a test about soils. This year, Pictured above: (L to R) Emma Wiseman, Heidi Beadles, Logan Corthe team included Heidi Beadles, rell, Kassidi Metcalf, Aaron Brown, Laney Stephens, Rylan Robb, and Aaron Brown, Logan Correll, Cage Cage Metcalf. 2 students were unavailable at picture time: Aly WilMetcalf, Kassidi Metcalf, Rylan liams and Sidney Watson Robb, Laney Stephens, Sidney Watson, Aly Williams, and Emma Wiseman. The team participated in three different contests: an invitational hosted by SIU, our section contest, and state contest. In the SIU event the team placed 11th. At section the team placed 1st with Rylan placing 1st, Kassidi placing 5th, and Sidney placing 9th. The team received 20th place at the state level with the team consisting of Cage Metcalf, Kassidi Metcalf, Rylan Robb, and Sidney Watson. Emma Wiseman also competed at state in the alternate division.

Congratulations to the VFW Post 8222 Voice of Democracy contest winner, Emma Wiseman, daughter of Eric and Michelle Wiseman of Albion. Emma attends Edwards County High School where she is a very active junior student. Emma had to submit a written essay and a voice recording to participate in the contest. She advanced to the District 13 competition. She is pictured receiving her prize money from Merle Finn, Senior Vice Commander of the Post, and Marlene Finn, President of the Auxiliary. The Voice of Democracy contest is held each year for local students to showcase their public speaking skills.

Edwards County High School FFA By Rylan Robb The Edwards County FFA does a lot of activities and in the midst of the pandemic we’ve had to be creative in bringing agriculture to the classroom. With 88 members and our officer team working hard, we’re proud of what we’ve accomplished and what we will accomplish. The officer team for 2020-21 includes: Emma Wiseman, Carissa Jefferson, Callie Messerole, Addie Bailey, Tara Michels, Rylan Robb, Emma Glover, Peyton Fallen, Kassidi Metcalf, and Laney Stephens. Students have been studying diligently for the many CDE’s we participate in such as Agronomy, Poultry, and Parliamentary Procedures. These events help our members to learn how to push themselves to learn about agriculture in a competitive way. The chapter has also participated in leadership conferences to help our young members be passionate leaders, ready to step up to the plate and take charge. The Build Conference was one of these conferences that helped our members to ‘build’ their leadership skills. The community events this year have been hard to do but we are happy and proud to do what we can like helping to set up the flags for Veterans’ Day. Day. The Edwards County FFA Chapter is excited to jump into 2021 with all of our activities to help grow in agriculture!

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2020-21 Edwards County High School FFA Officer: Pictured:Emma Glover, Points Chair; Kassidi Metcalf, Junior Advisor; Addie Bailey, Historian; Rylan Robb, Reporter; Carissa Jefferson, Treasurer; Callie Meserole, Secretary; Tara Michels, Sentinel; Emma Wiseman, President; Peyton Fallen, Chaplain; and Laney Stephens, Vice President

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